Alex Ovechkin Nears Wayne Gretzky’s All-Time NHL Goal Record

The Washington Capitals captain is just 12 goals away from surpassing Gretzky’s 894-goal milestone, continuing his record-breaking career at age 39.

Alex Ovechkin scored his 883rd career NHL goal during the Washington Capitals’ 3-1 loss to the Calgary Flames, leaving him 12 goals shy of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894.
The 39-year-old has reached 30 goals this season, marking the 19th time in his 20-year career he has hit this milestone—an NHL record he extended last season with his 18th such achievement.
Ovechkin joins Gordie Howe, Johnny Bucyk, and Teemu Selanne as the only players to score 30 or more goals in a season at age 39 or older.
He is also on pace to reach 1,600 career points, needing just three more points to become the 10th player in NHL history to achieve this feat.
Despite missing time in prior seasons due to injuries and league disruptions, Ovechkin’s current form has reignited excitement over his potential to surpass 894 goals before the season ends.